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To me, Android is a fragmented soup sandwich. I like the idea of having choices for hardware, but under Android: - You can't assume what's going to be on the p
by RexRollman 15y ago
To me, Android is a fragmented soup sandwich. I like the idea of having choices for hardware, but under Android:
- You can't assume what's going to be on the phone, software wise. Each maker evidently messes with it, sometimes even changing the interface itself. I've also read stories of bloatware being added.
- You can't be sure how software updates are going to be handled, because that varies depending on maker and carrier, meaning you might not get updates they same time others do (this is also a problem for Windows 7 Phone).
- Crappy cell provider logo plaques on the hardware (I detest that).
- Multiple/competing app stores.
I believe that Android has a lot of promise, but Google really needs to start exhibiting some control over what's going on.
- angryasian 15y agothe interfaces and multiple app stores are strengths of Android. If I don't like the default launcheror the default lockscreen or the keyboard, I can change it. Customization is a strength. It might be hard for IOS users to understand. Also multiple appstores is a strength because, competition is always good for the consumer. If you are afraid of the relaxed rules of the google market use amazon. If you want huge user base, use appbrain.
- RexRollman 15y agoCustomization is fine, when end users do it, but companies should not be messing with Android like they do (or at least, they shouldn't be able to refer to their Frankenstein creation as "Android").